Supplier Quality Engineer

CA Tech Talent; Taunton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering company in Taunton is seeking an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer to enhance its supply chain capability. The role is on-site and involves conducting supplier audits, validating new suppliers, and managing supplier performance. Ideal candidates will have an HNC in a relevant discipline and experience with ERP systems. The position offers a competitive salary between £36,000 and £40,000, along with benefits like pension scheme and free parking.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in supplier audits and performance improvement.
• Proven experience in using ERP systems.
• Strong knowledge of supplier scorecards and vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier audits and support ongoing supplier performance improvement.
• Validate and onboard new suppliers in line with quality requirements.
• Manage supplier non-conformances through resolution using ERP.

Skills

Supplier performance improvement

ERP systems

Vendor management

Continuous improvement methodologies

Driving licence

Education

HNC or equivalent qualification in a technical or engineering discipline

Job description

£36k - £40k DOE | Full-time, On-site | Taunton

A well-established engineering and manufacturing organisation based in the South West is seeking to strengthen its supply chain capability. Operating within a specialist global market, the business designs and delivers complex engineered solutions and is recognised for its focus on quality, continuous improvement, and long-term supplier partnerships.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Supplier Quality Engineer to join a busy and collaborative supply chain team. The role plays a key part in improving supplier performance, validating new suppliers, and supporting purchasing activities to ensure robust, cost-effective, and reliable supply across the business.

Key Responsibilities of the Supplier Quality Engineer

• Conduct supplier audits and support ongoing supplier performance improvement
• Validate and onboard new suppliers in line with quality and operational requirements
• Manage supplier non-conformances through to resolution using ERP systems
• Work closely with suppliers and logistics partners to support delivery performance and cost efficiency

Requirements of the Supplier Quality Engineer

• HNC or equivalent qualification in a technical or engineering discipline
• Proven experience using ERP systems within warehouse, materials management, or planning functions
• Strong knowledge of supplier scorecards, vendor management, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Full UK driving licence with the ability to visit suppliers as required

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £36,000 to £40,000 depending on experience
• Company pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Full-time, permanent on-site role offering stability and influence within the supply chain

If you are a Supplier Quality Engineer looking to make a tangible impact within a specialist manufacturing environment, we would love to hear from you.

Please note: At this time, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring future sponsorship.